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Can I upgrade from standard maps and navigation to premium if I choose the Partial Premium option on a new Model 3?

Can I upgrade from standard maps and navigation to premium if I choose the Partial Premium option on a new Model 3?

Submitted by jerryrs on March 16, 2019

Hi, So I am considering ordering the Partial Premium Model 3 and was wondering if its possible to upgrade to the Premium Maps and navigation as well as the in-car streaming music and media for the $100 annual Premium connectivity fee or am I stuck with the standard options permanently?

Also I would love to be able to run Waze in my car? I see where you are able to run a version if you have a internet browser, but I believe that is only possible if you order the Tesla Model 3 with premium interior.

Does anyone know?

Thanks!

Jerry

mneath |
March 16, 2019

Mine is still on order, but the Tesla connectivity FAQ states that Tesla is planning to add the $100 annual premium connectivity later this year with a software update (not currently an option). I have no idea about Waze.

Ocala.Joe |
March 16, 2019

I plan on getting that plan when I pick my 3 up next week. Ill let you know, my understanding is that you can. $100 is worth it to me to upgrade the maps and have internet streaming.

richmond1508 |
March 16, 2019

The FAQ only states that premium connectivity options for non premium interior cars will be announced later this year. There are no details on what will be included or how much it will cost. The $100 price refers to the cost of premium interiors after the first year of ownership.

Ocala.Joe |
March 16, 2019

That announcement was sometime around July of 2018, and the premium was given a 1 yr trial, I will assume any model will have the option to upgrade, thats only my assumption. I hope that I am right but if I am wrong I can deal without it, I did not buy it for that reason but hopes of adding it.

jerryrs |
March 16, 2019

Thanks Ocala.Joe! I look forward to hearing your update and congrats on your new model 3!

kvr |
March 16, 2019

Today we received our M3 SR+ and I cannot find a way to purchase the Premium Connectivity plan. Called them a couple of days ago, and they said the plan could be purchased separately. Any idea what to look for? Can't find anything though the car interface, nor on a computer's browser.

Ocala.Joe |
March 18, 2019

I contacted my Delivery Advsor and unfortunately only the premium cars will have that option, not what I understood by reading all information online, but that can always change, someone may have to tweet the higher ups to see if they will allow all the Tesla fleet to add this option.

dwharrison |
March 18, 2019

I'm going to go with the "Premium connectivity options for non premium interior cars will be announced later this year.".